Pick up your rental car and drive to liverpoolsouth shore and enroute visit the much photographed peggys cove, picturesque. I loved how the staff were very knowledgeable with. In 1997 i turned my passion for photography into a fulltime profession, specializing in nature and travel photography. Where to go whale watching in nova scotia halifax forum. The whale s back is a convenient spot to pick up gifts, souvenirs and collectables during your visit to world famous peggy s cove.
Led by a knowledgeable, kiltwearing guide, discover the natural beauty and history behind the place known as mother natures playground. Clean ocean breezes and magnificent sea life is the perfect combination for a great day out on the ocean. Lobster, crab, flounder and pollock are common sightings in their natural setting. The whales back is a convenient spot to pick up gifts, souvenirs and collectables during your visit to world famous peggys cove. We would really love to go whale watching and see some puffins too but we only have two days before we head out to keji for the long weekend. Peggy s cove tours, halifax, nova scotia, virtual tour, atlantic canada. We are happy to offer you flexible, affordable sightseeing tours from halifax to various destinations throughout nova scotia. Peggys cove boat tours 2020 all you need to know before.
So much for vertebrates it was really all about the. Peggys cove tours virtual tours, nova scotia, atlantic. Ed was a great tour guide, new the history, added plenty of humor and knew the tricks around town. On the surface keep your eyes open for whales, seals, tuna, leatherback. The towns star attractions include the 100foot 30meter sculpture depicting the people of peggys cove, which was carved directly into an outcropping by finnishborn artist, william e. Our gift shop houses a variety of items, from nautical theme decor to local interest books, precious rocks, stones, clothing, jewellery, specials.
Home to a yearround population of a mere 37 people, this little fishing village is one of the most photographed places in canada. Find great deals, tips and tricks on cruise critic to help plan your cruise. There were only a few puffins to be seen, but lots of seals, and just a nice morning. Whale watching in peggys cove nova scotia forum tripadvisor. One of our most beautiful places to visit is peggys cove. The whales back 8291 peggys cove rd, indian harbour, ns. Peggys cove resort, chao lao beach updated 2020 prices. Oct 21, 2019 experience peggys cove lighthouse, crashing waves and spectacular sunsets.
Following your boat tour, enjoy a nights stay at the breakwater inn located steps away from the wharf to peggy s cove boat tours. This booking number and last name combination could not be found. Explore the breathtaking eastern shores of nova scotias peggys cove, a charming coastal region with a truly iconic white lighthouse overlooking the sea. With an emphasis toward health care and evidence based design, i provide restorative images of nature, with calming palettes of blues and greens for hospital settings and medical facilities throughout the west. A whales tail and icebergs off the coast of newfoundland a white whiskered hummingbird with bright flower and gray backgr a whitebellied woodstar and a booted rackettail hummingbird.
Drive just under an hour from halifax to peggys cove and enjoy scenic views of nova scotias lush countryside and picturesque waterfront. What started out as a private taxi company has today grown into a taxi, limousine and bus company. It is a must see for anyone vacationing in our province. For a more upclose experience, take a whale and puffin watching cruise. In the morning have a delicious breakfast before exploring the cove, including the famous peggy s cove lighthouse located a stones throw away from the breakwater inn. Kungwiman beach 44 moo 7, sanam chai, na yai am, chanthaburi, 22170 chao lao beach, thailand great location show map after booking, all of the propertys details, including telephone and address, are provided in your booking confirmation and your account. At halifax, ns we did a tour with aberdeen charter tours that included a tour of halifax and peggys cove. Along the way, hear fascinating stories of nova scotias rich history and vibrant culture. Last week i went to halifax, nova scotia, for the twiceyearly meetup with my index data colleagues. Find everything you need to know about the whales back on yellowpages. On the last day, four of us took a daytrip out to peggys cove to eat lunch at ryer lobsters we stopped off at the peggys cove lighthouse on the way, and spotted a vertebrate, which i am pleased to present. Our guests enjoy an adventure each time the boat leaves shore. My only issue is that we didnt have quite enough time there. My husband and i went on the deep sea fishing tour with peggys cove boat tours and.
Our tours are funfilled and steeped in history, culture and more. Private charters peggys cove boat tours peggys cove. With views of peggys cove lighthouse off in the distance, you might be tempted to spend your days lounging in the living room, gazing out the windows and day dreaming, but get outside and. Which reminds me in a round about way that there is a tour in halifax, nova scotia that stops at the cemetery. Lobster, crab, flounder and pollack are common sightings in their.
As you visit halifax, it will be encouraging to take a downtown historic city tour. The day was sunny with blue skies so we took the tender to shore. Peggys cove exploring one of canadas most wellknown attractions but in a whole new. Virtual tours maps photos videos real estate destinations about peggys cove fishing village. We were even lucky enough to see a minke whale on the way out. Today, see both as you experience an informative narrated excursion of halif. Whalesback cottage, on the ocean with access to peggys. Explore the granite shoreline, watch the surf break on the rocks, tour the famous lighthouse, and enjoy fresh seafood at local restaurants. View working wharves, fishing traps of local fishermen, and rugged island geography. We strive to accommodate your specific needs and in accordance to your timetable. From may through august only, we offer a puffin watching tour twice weekly.
Join us for an hour tour as we cruise past peggy s cove lighthouse heading east, navigating between the rocky islands to the fishing village of west dover. We are the exclusive boat tour operator in peggys cove and offer our guests an. Over the years the people here have had their share of ups and downs, including. Peggys cove tours, halifax, nova scotia, virtual tour, atlantic canada. Peggys cove boat tours tourism nova scotia, canada. Straightforward advice in seo straightforward advice. On this tour you need to keep your eyes open for whales, bears, puffins, moose.
Peggys cove fishing village virtual tour, nova scotia. Home peggys cove boat tours peggys cove boat tours. Halifax taxi fare from hollis street to peggys cove. Puffin, bird and seal, lobster dinner, deep sea fishing and sightseeing tours or charters. Peggys cove is a small, working, fishing village on nova scotias south shore. Newfoundland and did a puffin and whale watching tour. During our latest visit to peggys cove, nova scotia, we took a puffin tour. Our vessel is available for charter from mayoctober. Flylink limousine founded with a vision to provide best customer service in our luxury vehicles, to our clients, to and from halifax international airport. Virtual tours maps photos videos real estate destinations about virtual tours of. Once we arrived and had a bathroom break, listen to the guide s brief talk about lobsters, grab lunch at the lobster roll food truck, we didnt have enough time to walk to the lighthouse or shop.
We are the exclusive boat tour operator in peggys cove offering. For the adventurous, spend time hiking, kayaking, fishing, golfing or whale watching. Our professional crew are knowledgeable with the local points of interest and our live underwater video will take you to the bottom of the ocean, without getting wet. One of our most beautiful places to visit is peggy s cove. How to plan an epic east coast canada road trip itinerary. We even seen 2 whales on the tour which was amazing to see. The peggy s cove coastal region is ideally positioned to serve as your base for day trips, while you visit nearby halifax, the south shore, or the annapolis valley, but make sure you reserve several days or more to explore our region youll be glad you did. It is home to one of the most famous lighthouses in the world, while the cove with its brightly coloured fishing boats and wharfs stacked with lobster crates and fishing line, is one of the most photographed seascapes.
Wildlife of the maritimes canada holidays self drive tours. We can board up to 18 people and are available for short or long durations. Established in 1999, we began entertaining our customers with lobster cruises in lunenburg, n. Peggys cove to halifax airport yhz 5 ways to travel. Rome2rio makes travelling from peggys cove to halifax airport yhz easy. Our experienced crew is certified to provide you with the best cruising experience possible in historic atlantic canada. It seems to be that there are fewer companies that provide whale watching tours around the peggy s cove area, but there are some. There is no shortage of history and eerie tales about this rugged exposed cove. Peggys cove nova scotia canada is a pretty amazing place and we get a chance to see puffins, seals and go deep sea fishing. Kkeep your eyes open for whales, seals, tuna, leatherback turtles and sunfish. It usually takes 51 minutes to reach peggys cove from hollis street which are 44. Why not combine our two most popular tours into one.
The guide that took us there kept us entertained during the driving, pointing out things and telling stories. Peggys cove to halifax airport yhz 5 ways to travel via. Whale watching activity in cape breton highlands national park. We are also a local outlet for the nova scotia liquor commission, stocking a fine selection of wine, beer and spirits. Peggys cove is one of the best places to get a taste of smalltown life in the maritimes. Taxi fares in halifax are calculated based on the minimum fare and fare for the subsequent kms. Aug 11, 2017 peggys cove nova scotia canada is a pretty amazing place and we get a chance to see puffins, seals and go deep sea fishing. We stopped off at the peggys cove lighthouse on the way, and spotted a vertebrate, which i am pleased to present. Whalesback cottage, on the ocean with access to peggys cove preservation area. We had a short trip planned out to the most photographed lighthouse in canada in peggys cove and then some dockside shopping and sight seeing. Yesterday was canada day, and were celebrating by honoring some of our most popular and culturally rich itineraries. On the last day, four of us took a daytrip out to peggys cove to eat lunch at ryer lobsters.
Tour aj10 days from anchorage to anchorage tour aji16 days from anchorage to vancouver tour aj departure start end land number anchorage anchorage only 05 0520 0525 0527 0603 0610 0615. Our tour guide was great and filled with local knowledge and pride. Margarets bay to seal rock to catch the seals sunbathing or feeding depending on the tides. Bruces tours offers private van tours from the halifax cruise ship terminal. Maybe it was because we had no expectations, or maybe it was because the wonderful guideowner donalda has spent a lifetime on the water, but the whole experience was outstanding. Weve got 17 tours going to peggys cove, starting from just 6 days in length, and the longest tour is 16 days. Couples particularly like the location they rated it 8. Humpback whales dancing below towering cliffs, worldclass seafood, and. The best time to visit peggys cove is during sunrise to avoid the crowds. Irish america junejuly 20 by irish america magazine issuu. The three notches in the top corner of the monument form the number 111 and when peered through the back side of the memorial point exactly to the crash site about seven miles offshore. This was a basic tour that took us to and from peggy s cove with 1 hour of free time. See what 2698 cruisers had to say about their caribbean princess cruises.
We experienced one good whale watching zodiac tour, and one great puffin tour. Rome2rio is a doortodoor travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. The fees below are for a six guest taxivan and operator. Now we didnt feel guilty about cancelling the whale watching trip wed scheduled at this stop. Bruce s tours offers private van tours from the halifax cruise ship terminal. The canadian government established two memorials to the dead of swissair flight 111 on opposite sides of st. The boat left from peggys cove in the evening so we parked and ate dinner at the souwester restaurant and walked down to the boat afterward. Tourism and travel guide for peggys cove, nova scotia, canada. Then well head over to pearl island the only puffin nesting colony on the southwestern coast of nova scotia. Publisher watershed sentinel educational society associate editor don malcolm cover and graphic design ester strijbos advertising kathy smail special thanks to horizon publications, hugh mcnab, maggie paquet, jim cooperman, joan sell, norberto rodriguez dela vega, francis toms, gloria jorg, susan yates, peter ronald, clara broten, kathy smail, the writers, advertisers, distributors, and all. Just by looking in the surrounding areas of mahone bay, halifax and lunenburg, you can find companies that do tours around that general area.
See the sights of the historic port city of halifax and then take in the famous breathtaking sights of peggys cove. The most popular month to go is august, which has the most number of tour departures. In search of puffins, a puffin boat tour in peggys cove. The peggys cove coastal region is ideally positioned to serve as your base for day trips, while you visit nearby halifax, the south shore, or the annapolis valley, but make sure you reserve several days or more to. Jan 04, 2018 boarding our boat for the puffin tour. From now through october, maasdam, rotterdam, veendam and zuiderdam feature an impressive collection of seven, 10, 11 and day options that explore the key ports of this colorful region. Whalesback cottage, on the ocean with access to peggys cove.
Today the park is home to the largest herd of red deer and the once 32 irish america june july 20 thought to be extinct golden eagles, which were reintroduced to the park in 2000. He got us to peggys cove before the other tour buses and got us back to the. Over the years the people here have had their share of ups and downs, including the tragedy of swiss air 111, numerous shipwrecks and. I have been an avid photographer for a good portion of my life. Find all the transport options for your trip from peggys cove to halifax airport yhz right here. From june through october join us for a 1 hour tour as we cruise past peggy s cove lighthouse heading east, navigating between the rocky islands to the fishing village of west dover. Peggys cove boat tours all you need to know before you. This morning as we were having breakfast a whale appeared right next to the ship. This is my first trip out to nova scotia and i am staying with friends in halifax.